2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 477 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lotus Eclat (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sportage | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
